Norwegian University of Science and Technology

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced senior research fellow to work on a £1m EPSRC-funded project to develop human-centred AI methods that can support and enhance intelligence analysis for national security and defence. The ‘AiTASHA’ project (AI Intelligence Triage & Acquisition Support for Human-centred Analysis) aims to improve the speed and confidence of intelligence analysts’ assessments by building new AI tools that can work alongside human analysts. Intelligence analysts are routinely required to make high-consequence, defensible assessments from vast, complex and uncertain datasets, to identify indicators and warnings of hostile or malicious activities. Analysts must make these assessments rapidly in a highly-pressured and resource-constrained environment, where they face difficult choices of what data to analyse first, and whether to gather additional intelligence, potentially at the cost of delay or increased risk. Addressing this challenge is becoming increasingly urgent as both the scale and complexity of intelligence datasets, as well as the threat posed to UK safety, are growing, and existing AI support tools primarily focus on the identification and visualisation of patterns within datasets, without due consideration of human understanding or context, defensibility, and representation of uncertainty. The goal of this ambitious project is to make fundamental advances that will together underpin and enable a future explainable, defensible AI system that can complement, rather than replace, the work of intelligence analysts; recommending which existing data should be prioritised for human review and which potential new data should be prioritised for acquisition. To address this challenge we will advance the state-of-the-art across multiple component disciplines; in explainable multi-modal deep learning models, in causal statistical models and in human-machine teaming and AI ethics. The researcher will conduct internationally-leading research in human factors with applications to intelligence analysis. This role will involve developing and applying methods for eliciting knowledge from expert analysts in order to encode understanding of their mental models into a machine learning model, using dynamic Bayesian networks to understand, propagate and reduce uncertainty in their assessments. The research will apply models of distributed situation awareness and ecological interface design techniques to develop a novel human-centred human-AI teaming model. The researcher will also be working closely with colleagues in statistical / graphical modelling as well as AI ethics, and will therefore need to be conversant in these areas. The role will be based at the University of Southampton as part of an interdisciplinary consortium on the AiTASHA project, which is led by the Alan Turing Institute and also includes the universities of Warwick, Cardiff and Dundee, working closely with UK government defence and national security partners. The successful candidate will join this vibrant and interdisciplinary team of researchers and will have frequent opportunities to engage with internal stakeholders and external government partners throughout the delivery of the project. During the project it is expected that they will work as part of a small tight-knit cohort of Early Career Researchers spanning the AiTASHA consortium universities. Please apply by uploading your CV and a Cover Letter. To be eligible for this role it is a funder requirement that you are a UK National or have been residing the in the UK for 5 years or more, and be happy to be put forward for a Security Check (SC) clearance. Please confirm the following information in your cover letter: Your current and any former nationalities That you have been residing in the UK for the past 5 years

Are you passionate about application development and driven to deliver high-quality and innovative solutions? If so, we’d love to hear from you We are seeking a skilled and motivated technical professional to join our support team as a Digital Systems Support Specialist*. This role provides support to both the National Institute for Health Research Coordinating Centre (NIHRCC) and the wider School of Healthcare, Enterprise and Innovation (HEI). Who are we? HEI is home to research focused businesses tackling major issues in healthcare and hosts part of the NIHRCC. The NIHR funds, enables and delivers world-leading health and social care research that improves people's health and wellbeing and promotes economic growth. This role sits within the Digital Services application support team who are responsible for the digital services that underpin the work of NIHRCC and also offer support to the School. Further information can be found at: https://www.nihr.ac.uk. You are encouraged to review our operational priorities and watch this introductory video. What will you be doing? You’ll play a key role in supporting our digital operation resources, in particular our research grant application system used by the NIHRCC. You will provide first-line customer and technical support to internal and external users, maintain and test application functionality and contribute to continuous improvement. Playing a key part in our Service Delivery team, ensuring our digital platforms run smoothly and meet user needs. Key responsibilities include: Collaborate with our users and third-party suppliers to design & document solutions to facilitate the provision of research grant activities. This will involve analysis, testing, configuration, and maintenance of applications in support of these research activities.  Provide frontline support, managing incidents to resolution or referral whilst keeping detailed logs of incidents in our support systems. Working with colleagues to deliver innovative solutions that support our research goals. Ensure our services are user-focused, reliable, and aligned with evolving research needs. Who are we looking for? We are looking for a professional who consistently strives for excellence, embraces new challenges and demonstrates a customer-focused approach to service delivery. The successful candidate will be able to manage their own workload under pressure and be able to adapt to evolving processes and priorities. It may also be advantageous if you have experience of using the following techniques / tools:  Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel etc)  Full product lifecycle development  Workflow driven development  Software testing disciplines and practices Third Party engagement / management  Why join us? We understand that our people are our most valuable asset, to look after them we offer: A generous benefits package (see full details here) A culture of wellbeing and support - we’ve proudly been signatories of, and working, to the 6 standards of Mental Health at work commitment since 2019. Hybrid working, although this role is predominantly office based A commitment to personal development, with opportunities for growth. To learn more about working in our teams visit our website, or check out the video below: Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Early application is strongly encouraged to avoid disappointment.

Position Details Full-Time | Fixed Term (3 years) Professional HEO10 | $144,266 - $152,903 p.a. Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country View Position Description About the Role We are seeking an experienced Program Director to support the activation of new Flinders HealthCARE Centre (FHCC) – providing state-of-the-art health, education, research and services for South Australia.   The Program Director FHCC provides senior leadership in delivering strategic and operational plans for the FHCC program, ensuring successful implementation of activation initiatives. They will work closely with the FHCC Activation Lead, workstream/enabling leads and a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to manage and deliver the program. This includes managing complex, concurrent projects, fostering collaboration across Colleges and central portfolios, and engaging with external partners to achieve transformative outcomes for healthcare education and research. Key Responsibilities Lead strategic and operational planning to activate the Flinders HealthCARE Centre and deliver its vision as a world-class health, education, and research centre. Manage complex, concurrent projects across business and technology domains, ensuring delivery within agreed scope, time, and budget. Drive stakeholder engagement and collaboration across Colleges, central portfolios, and external partners to achieve program objectives. Facilitate effective decision-making by program governance groups (e.g., Project Boards) through relevant advice and recommendations. Mentor and guide project teams to develop capability and deliver excellence. About You You will bring: Postgraduate qualifications and/or extensive experience in program or project leadership. High-level strategic thinking, planning, and analytical skills to deliver outcomes aligned with strategic goals. Expertise in managing complex, concurrent projects, including budgets, schedules, risks, and benefits. Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate across diverse groups. Proven experience in change management, business analysis, and agile delivery approaches. Please refer to the attached position description, for a comprehensive list of roles and responsibilities. College of Nursing and Health Sciences  At the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, we aim to be an innovator in contemporary education producing a safer and more resilient health and social care workforce. Our mission is to improve lives and empower communities, enabling better health and caring in the world through an exceptional student learning experience. At the College, our research mission is about co-creating new knowledge which promotes wellbeing, and better care and support, to individuals and communities across the lifespan. We work proactively with industry partners and professional bodies leading to more employable and innovative graduates.  Flinders University HealthCARE Centre (FHCC) The Flinders HealthCARE Centre is a landmark initiative designed to deliver world-class healthcare education, research, and clinical services for South Australia. This state-of-the-art facility will bring together leading academics, clinicians, and industry partners to create an integrated environment that advances health outcomes, fosters innovation, and prepares the next generation of health professionals. Research and training facilities at the Centre will mean Flinders University can produce an additional 1,300 work-ready graduates each year, including nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, speech pathologists, paramedics, midwives, psychologists and other allied health professionals. Design and development have begun, with Flinders University targeting construction to start in 2027 and the new facility scheduled to open early 2029. https://news.flinders.edu.au/blog/2025/04/01/flinders-university-to-embark-on-a-300-million-state-of-the-art-health-service-for-south-australia/ Life at Flinders We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders initiative Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers  We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards. Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia). Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan  Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy  Prescribed Conditions for Employment A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. Staff working in a health care setting are strongly recommended to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in line with the SA Health policy How to Apply and Information You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement as a separate document.  This should be no more than 3 pages, and address the Key Position Capabilities of the Position Description View Position Description For more information regarding this position, please contact Tracy Humphrey Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 22 Jan 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless.